Strawberry Vale Elementary

PAC Meeting
2024-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver)
Our next PAC meeting is taking place on Wednesday, November 13th at 6:30pm in the SVE music room. We would love to have you join us to share your thoughts, ideas, ask questions and stay up to date on events taking place at the school. Meeting minutes and agendas can be found here: https://strawberryvale.sd61.bc.ca/parent-info/pac-minutes/

PAC Fun Lunch
2024-11-15 11:30 - 12:30
Our next fun lunch, for those who wish to participate, is happening on Friday, November 15th. We will be having pizza from Sarpinos. Pizza is sold by the slice. Sarpinos is going to cut each large pizza into slices of 6 instead of 8 so its going to be a very good size slice of pizza. Students can choose from Cheese, Pepperoni, or Hawaiian. As well, a gluten free crust and dairy free is available for any of the options. Additional details are below:

Orders can only be placed online sd61.schoolcashonline.com
Online ordering will be live on Monday, October 28th and will close at the end of the day on Thursday, November 7th.
No late orders or changes can be made.
Please order for each child separately.

Non-Instructional Day
2024-11-22, 2025-01-24, 2025-02-14
No school for students today.

PAC Toy Swap and Shop
2024-12-12
Introducing the Strawberry Vale PAC’s Toy Swap and Shop….
Strawberry Vale’s first ever Toy Swap and Shop is happening on Thursday, December 12th. All the toys that have been donated over the last few weeks will be organized and priced by the PAC and made available to purchase at the Toy Swap and Shop. Toys will have a maximum price of $2 at the Swap and Shop. Students will have an opportunity during the school day to purchase a ‘new to them’ toy.
Money collected will go to support the Strawberry Vale PAC and any toys that are left over will be donated to a local charity.
If you any questions please contact the Strawberry Vale PAC pacsve@gmail.com

Booster Juice Fun Lunch
2024-12-13 11:30 - 12:30
Booster Juice fun lunch today for those who pre-ordered.

Caroling in the Halls
2024-12-16 08:30 - 2024-12-20 08:45
Students and families are invited to join us for some Winter caroling each morning @ 8:30 am inside the Main Entrance outside the Music Room

Last Day of School Before Winter Break
2024-12-20
Regular school hours today, 8:45 am – 2:37 pm.

School Closed for Winter Break
2024-12-21 - 2025-01-05
School re-opens on Monday, January 6th, 2025.

School Re-opens after Winter Break
2025-01-06
Regular school hours 8:45 am – 2:37 pm.

Kindergarten Registration Week
2025-01-27 - 2025-01-31
Kindergarten Registration begins for the 2025/2026 school year. Details TBA.

Russell Book Fair
2025-02-11 - 2025-02-13
Starting on Tuesday, February 11, the Russell’s Book Fair will be open for business in the library! The fair will be open after school until 3:30 on February 11-12th and 11am-6pm on February 13th during the Student-Led Conferences.
The purpose of the Book Fair is, primarily, to promote reading. Russell’s selection of high-interest titles is geared towards students in grades K-5. The book fair is also a wonderful fundraiser. In supporting the Book Fair, not only will you have the opportunity to add to your home or classroom library, but you will also be supporting your school library. A portion of each purchase goes towards the purchase of new library books!

Student Led Conferences - 11:50 am Dismissal
2025-02-13
All students will be dismissed early at 11:50 am today for Student Led Conferences.

Family Day: School Closed
2025-02-17
School closed for Family Day.

PAC Fun Lunch
2025-02-21 12:00 - 12:30
Our next fun lunch, for those who wish to participate, is happening on Friday, February 21st. We will be having pizza from Pizzaz Pizza. Pizza is sold by the slice. Pizzaz Pizza is going to cut each large pizza into slices of 6 instead of 8 so its going to be a very good size slice of pizza. Students can choose from Cheese, Pepperoni, Hawaiian, or Veggie. As well, a gluten free crust is available for any of the options. Additional details are below:

Orders can only be placed online sd61.schoolcashonline.com
Online ordering will go live on January 31st and will close at the end of the day on Wednesday, February 12th.
No late orders or changes can be made.
Please order for each child separately.

Pink Shirt Day
2025-02-26
Everyone is encouraged to wear PINK today.

PAC Movie Night
2025-03-07 18:00 - 20:00
PAC Movie Night (Grade 3-5)
Our movie night for grade 3-5 students is happening on Friday, March 7th! Doors will open at 6pm. The movie, Wild Robot, will start at 6:30pm. Come in your comfy pajamas and bring along a pillow and blanket for some cinematic family fun in the gym!
**Students of all ages are welcome to attend; however, the movie will be geared towards the grade 3-5 age group. Parents are responsible for ensuring the suitability of the movie for their own children and their behaviour during the movie.
There will be a suggested donation at the door of $2/person or a non-perishable food item. 50% of door sales and the non-perishable food items will be donated to a local charity.
There will be a cash only concession with pizza, popcorn, chips, and drinks. We do encourage families to bring their own water bottles for refilling at the fountain. Prices for concession are as follows:

Pizza Slice $4
Half Pizza $15
Whole Pizza $25
Popcorn $1
Chips $1
Juice $1
Water $1

As a fun bonus, find a token in your popcorn and trade that in at the concession for a prize! Prizes will include Cineplex movie passes, Flying Squirrel passes, Saanich RecreationPasses, Tim Horton’s Gift Cards, Book Fair Certificates, and more!
We will be looking for volunteers to help before and during the event in order for the movie night to take place. If you are able to help, please visit the SignUp Genius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A4AA2EA3FE3-family5#/

Last Day of School before Spring Break
2025-03-14

School Closed for Spring Break
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-30
School re-opens on March 31st.

School Re-Opens after Spring Break
2025-03-31
School resumes after spring break regular school hours, 8:45 am – 2:37 pm.

PAC Meeting
2025-04-09 18:30 - 20:00
Everyone welcome! Meeting will be held in the music room.

Parent Education Night with Allison Rees
2025-04-14 18:30 - 20:00
The Strawberry Vale PAC will be hosting a parent education opportunity TONIGHT – Monday, April 14th at 6:30 p.m., in the Music Room. The presentation will be given by Dr. Allison Rees of LIFE Seminars and is called Unlock the Power of Communication: Strengthen Your Family Bonds. The presentation is also offered online via this link: https://zoom.us/j/95076419327?pwd=[REDACTED] This presentation is open to anyone who would like to learn how to encourage your child(ren) to listen, navigate tough conversations and make meaningful family decisions together.
Please refer to the attached flyer for more details. Unlock the Power of Communication Poster.pdf

Cross Country Race @ Lambrick Park
2025-04-15 15:45 - 17:00

Good Friday: School Closed
2025-04-18
School closed for Good Friday.

Easter Monday: School Closed
2025-04-21
School closed for Easter Monday.

Cross Country Race @ Lambrick Park (reverse course)
2025-04-22 15:45 - 17:00

PAC Walk-a-thon Fundraiser
2025-04-25 13:00 - 14:00
April 25, 2025 1:00 – 2:00 pm
The Strawberry Vale Walk-a-thon Fundraiser is back! This year’s fundraising efforts will go directly to helping the Strawberry Vale PAC fund the initiatives, performances and programs that enrich the experiences of all students at Strawberry Vale.
What is a Walk-a-thon?
The SVE Walk-a-thon is a fundraising event for the whole family. Students raise money by collecting donations or pledges for walking a set course around the school for an hour on the afternoon of Friday, April 25. Students will be bringing home pledge sheets and information today. Parents are asked to help their child approach family members, friends and neighbours to support the school with a donation. Donations can be cash or cheque and can also be made online. Families can share the information and link provided below.. Families are welcome and encouraged to join us on Walk-a-thon day to walk the course, help marshall and supervise the students and cheer the students and staff on. If you would like to volunteer to help out on Walk-a-thon day, please contact the PAC pacsve@gmail.com
How does the Strawberry Vale Walk-a-thon help our students?
The funds raised from the Walk-a-thon are used exclusively in the school by the PAC to enrich the experiences of all students. Every year the PAC funds initiatives like classroom and field trip funding, the seaquarium program, Grade 5 celebration and fun day, in-class presenters, musical and theatrical performances and parent education nights. This past year the PAC paid for and installed new bike racks, benches and a new dock at our pond.

Cross Country Race @ Uvic Cedar Hill Course
2025-04-29 15:45 - 17:00

PAC Fun Lunch
2025-05-02 12:00 - 12:30
Our next fun lunch, for those wishing to participate, will be happening on Friday, May 2nd. We will be having Subway! The lunch will include a 6″ sandwich. An apple or orange juice box and a chocolate chunk cookie can also be purchased. Options for the sandwich including type of bread (gluten free option available), type of protein, veggies, and condiments will appear as check boxes on the cash online system. Additional details are below:

Orders can only be placed online sd61.schoolcashonline.com
Online ordering will go live Monday, April 14th and will close at the end of the day on Thursday, April 24th.
No late orders or changes can be made.
Please order for each child separately.
